10 Days of Halloween ... day 8!

Today's project is a quick and cute Halloween card using the Suite Seasons stamp set and the Halloween Scene Edgelit Dies.  I've added some Halloween Night Designer Series Paper and some Pumpkin Pie Glimmer Paper for some sparkle.

Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series Paper 142022 Price: $13.00 So many designs, so many colors, so many uses. Silver foil adds shine to some sheets. * 12 sheets, 2 each of 5 double-sided designs and 1 each of 2 single-sided designs with silver foil * 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) * Acid free * Lignin free Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Pumpkin Pie, silver foil, Whisper White

Halloween Scenes Edgelits Dies 141842 Price: $25.00 Create custom Halloween scenes with this fun assortment of dies. Combine die cuts to create the look you want. * 6 dies * Largest image: 2-1/4" x 4-1/4" (5.7 x 10.8 cm) * Use with Big Shot

Suite Seasons Clear-Mount Stamp Set 142209 Price: $20.00 So much to say and so little time to say it. When you're lacking the words you need to express yourself, this set will be a lifesaver. Our clear-mount stamps * Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps. * Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time. * Are precut so you don't have to trim. * Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 7 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, d

Swirly Scribbles and Posies...

The Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies are some of my favorite from the catalog.  There are so many ways to use them all.  We made this card at our workshops in August so I wanted to share two ways of making the same card.  I paired the die with the Tin of Cards stamp set (love the font).

The top layer was die cut then reassembled.  The little circle of Red Glimmer paper under the die cut flower gives the card just a little bit of sparkle.  The black and white card with a pop of color makes this really striking.  

Here's the same card with the left panel left off and more black showing.  I love it.  So simple! 

Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies 141497 Price: $27.00 Create die-cut designs in record time with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot. Thinlits Dies help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle. Dies include ejection holes so you can remove the paper easily. Because of the intricate design of some of these dies, you'll get best results if you use it with the Precision Base Plate. * 9 dies * Largest image: 5-7/8" x 1-3/16" (14.9 x 3 cm) * Use with Big Shot * Precision Base Plate required for detailed dies in set

Tin Of Cards Photopolymer Stamp Set 138946 Price: $17.00 Organize your cards and make some more! This set includes images for stamping on file tab dividers in a beautiful fashion. Plus, there are images so you can make cards to organize until you need them. This set is great for using with the Tin of Cards Project Kit. Photopolymer stamps * Are totally transparent for perfect image placement. * Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. * Cling like crazy to our clear blocks so you don't have to worry about slipping. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 20 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, g, h

Christmas in August part 3 and last of Special Deals

Only a few more days to take advantage of the last of our Special Deals.  They expire on September 21st.  Click here to shop now or get more information. 

ALL YEAR LONG PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK Price: $18.00 $13.50	GOOD VIBES PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK Price: $18.00 $13.50	GOOD VIBES PROJECT LIFE CARD COLLECTION Price: $16.00 $12.00
HELLO LOVELY PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK Price: $18.00 $13.50	HELLO LOVELY PROJECT LIFE CARD COLLECTION Price: $16.00 $12.00	LAYERING OVALS FRAMELITS DIES Price: $35.00 $26.25
MA CHÉRIE PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK (FRENCH) Price: $18.00 $13.50	ONES POSITIVES PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK (FRENCH) Price: $18.00 $13.50	TOUTE L'ANNÉE PROJECT LIFE ACCESSORY PACK (FRENCH) Price: $18.00 $13.50
UNE BELLE JOURNÉE CARD KIT (FRENCH) Price: $35.00 $26.25

I wanted to share the rest of our Christmas in August projects today.  I hope you enjoy.

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This fun treat holder was made using the Curvy Keepsake Box Dies and the Layering Squares Framelits dies.  The words are from the new Yummy Little Christmas stamp set

This cute tag was tied to a bagged candy apple (didn't get a photo of that - sorry).  The tag was die cut with the Tags & Labels Framelits Die.  The words were stamped with the Candy Cane Christmas stamp set and heat embossed with the Emerald Envy Glitter Embossing Powder.  A bit of doily and some Warmth & Cheer Washi Tape.   

This cute little Hershey Nugget Tray is quick and easy to make.  The face, scarf and hat are stamped with the Snow Place stamp set and cut with the Snow Friends Dies.  These fit perfectly in our 2"x8" Cello Bags.  

This peppermint filled ornament was made from the July Paper Pumpkin Kit.  These adorable gem shaped boxes work perfectly for Christmas ornaments.  The tag pieces were die cut from the new Pretty Pines Thinlits Dies and the words are from the Oh, What Fun stamp set.  There are still kits left for these boxes, but you must be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to order them.  

This was one of my favorite projects.  Quick and cute!  I found these fun rock candy sticks online at candystore.com and ordered a bunch.  They fit in our 2x8 Cello Bags and then were tied with some Silver Glitter Ribbon. The tags were cut from the Curvy Keepsake Box Die set and the "Merry" banner is from the Holly Jolly Greetings stamp set.  

I'll be making some of these for the Li'l Bita Christmas show in November.  

What A Gem Refill Kit 142648 Price: $8.00 (July 2016) Contains supplies for 8 treat boxes and 12 mini cards Your kit includes: • 4 small gem boxes • 4 large gem boxes • 12 mini cards (6 ea. in 2 sizes) • 8 pieces of pink baker’s twine (8" ea.) • 8 pieces of green baker’s twine (8" ea.) • 4 spools of pink baker’s twine (96" ea.) • 4 spools of green baker’s twine (96" ea.) * Must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to order this item.

Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlits Dies 135853 Price: $33.00 Make the package as unique as the gift inside of it with a curvy keepsake box. Create die-cut boxes in record time with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot. Thinlits Dies help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle. * 4 dies * Finished box size: 2-1/2" x 2-3/4" x 2-1/2" (6.4 x 7 x 6.4 cm) * Use with Big Shot

2" X 8" (5.1 X 20.3 Cm) Celllophane Bags 141703 Price: $3.00 Use these bags for smalls treat and goodies. Just pop the treat into one of our shiny cellophane bags and add a stamped header. These bags are also great for storing finished projects, parts for future projects, or any other odds and ends. * 50 flat bags * 2" x 8" (5.1 x 20.3 cm) * Stampable with StazOn ink * Food safe * Acid free

Yummy Little Christmas Clear-Mount Stamp Set 142131 Price: $19.00 Start with a bit of creativity, add a dash of imagination and you'll end up with tags perfect for adorning gifts and homemade treats. Our clear-mount stamps * Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps. * Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time. * Are precut so you don't have to trim. * Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 11 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately):

Candy Cane Christmas Clear-Mount Stamp Set 142040 Price: $18.00 Stamp your way through all the sweet reminders of the holiday season with this clear-mount stamp set. Perfect for all the treats and sweets you'll be sharing this season. Our clear-mount stamps * Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps. * Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time. * Are precut so you don't have to trim. * Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 13 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, d, e, g

Guest stamper and a Hello Pineapple...

Today's most talented guest stamper is Crew member JoAnn Graham.  You can check out JoAnn's blog at http://therockpaperscissorsstudio.com/.  She designed this great card for our Demonstrator swap using the Pineapple stamp and a fun technique.

The "hello" is from the Hello You Thinlits Dies.

Here's a closer look at the pineapple.  JoAnn used several colors of ink by touching them directly on the stamp.  After stamping, she heat embossed some gold powder in a splatter image (Gorgeous Grunge) over the pineapple base.  The leaves were stamped in Emerald envy, then trimmed by hand and repositioned behind the pineapple for more depth.  Lovely card JoAnn!  

Pineapple Clear-Mount Stamp 141746 Price: $14.00 What’s sweet, juicy, and adds fun to any stamping project? Pineapples! Share some sweetness and fun on cards, invites, and more. Our clear-mount stamps * Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps. * Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time. * Are precut so you don't have to trim. * Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 1 rubber stamp Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): f

Hello You Thinlits Dies 137363 Price: $25.00 Say hello to graceful die-cut sentiments you create with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot. Thinlits Dies help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle. Includes ejection holes so you can remove the paper easily. * 4 dies * 4-1/4" x 1-1/2" (10.8 x 3.8 cm) * Includes four words: hello, happy, you, and thanks * Use with Big Shot

Guest stamper and Weather Together

Mary Harvey is another of my very talented downline and has two projects to share with you today.  The first card was her swap out our last meeting and the second she sent to congratulate me on earning the Stampin'Up! Incentive Trip - thanks Mary!

Mary used the new Weather Together Bundle to make this beautiful get well card.  She made a template to sponge in the background colors.  The raindrops were heat embossed and the rhinestones add just a touch of sparkle.  Love it! 

Here's a little closer look at that great background and the fun die-cut umbrella.  

Here's the card she sent to me.  The fun leaves are made with the Rose Garden Thinlints Dies.  I'm also loving the Brick Wall background.  

Some Gold Thread, a Metallic Doily (backwards) and some fun retired embellishments top off the card. 

Weather Together Photopolymer Bundle 142319 Price: $41.25 Bundle and save! Buy these two coordinating products and save 10%. Weather Together Photopolymer Stamp Set Rainy days don’t have to be bad. Send an encouraging note or let people know that you love them. Splash in the puddles and have a good time with this charming stamp set. Quantity: 20 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, d, g Umbrella Weather Framelits Dies * 13 dies * Largest image: 2-7/16" x 1-5/16" (6.2 x 3.3 cm) * Use with Big Shot

Brick Wall Textured Impressions Embossing Folder 138288 Price: $8.50 It’s easy to make a great impression! Just place flat cardstock in this embossing folder, run it through the Big Shot, and out comes cardstock with a textured, delicate design. Textured Impressions Embossing Folders make deep, crisp impressions—great for card fronts and accents. * 1 folder *6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) * Use with Big Shot

Rose Garden Thinlits Dies 140619 Price: $31.00 Cut a floral arrangement in record time with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot. Thinlits Dies help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle. Dies include ejection holes so you can remove the paper easily. Because of the intricate design of this die, you'll get best results if you use it with the Precision Base Plate. * 5 dies * Largest die: 3-3/16" x 5-7/8" (8 x 14.9 cm) * Use with Big Shot * Precision Base Plate recommended

Swirly Bird...part 2

I have two more cards to share today using the Swirly Bird Bundle.  We made these at a class last month and I'm loving the versatility of this set.  Too many ideas, not enough time!!

This is a cute engagement, wedding or anniversary card.  I used the larger die circle for a wreath, then stamped and cut out the birds and nest.  Some added hearts, bling and a sentiment finish off the card.  The background was stamped with the Hardwood stamp.  Words were heat embossed with White EP mixed with a  little Dazzling Diamonds Glitter.  Words are from the B.Y.O.P. stamp set.  

The fun baby card was made with the Swirl Bird set.  I used the Lots of Labels Framelits Dies, some Serene Scenery DSP and a little Island Indigo Baker's Twine.  Words are from the Crazy About You stamp set.  Colors used are Crumb Cake, Island Indigo, Soft Sky and Whisper White.  

Swirly Bird Photopolymer Bundle 142353 Price: $46.75 Bundle and save! Buy these two coordinating products and save 10%. Swirly Bird Photopolymer Stamp Set Designed with fun in mind, this stamp set is sure to help you unlock your creative potential! Mix and match the fun and bold designs to make your cards into artwork. Quantity: 24 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, g Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies * 9 dies * Largest image: 5-7/8" x 1-3/16" (14.9 x 3 cm) * Use with Big Shot and Precision Base Plate (required)

Confetti Hearts Border Punch 137415 Price: $22.00 Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. Our punches are high quality, affordable, and easy to use. Cut out tons of teeny confetti hearts in seconds, or punch out a quick border for cards. * Sleek body style * Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage * Locks to store

Sweetheart Punch 133786 Price: $16.00 Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. And there’s no better way to cut out stamped images—many of our stamp sets have coordinating punches. Our punches are high quality, affordable, and easy to use. * Sleek body style * Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage * Locks to store * Slim and stackable

B.Y.O.P. Photopolymer Stamp Set 137159 Price: $25.00 Give a practical gift card some personality by tucking it in a card you stamped yourself. Great for all occasions. Photopolymer stamps * Are totally transparent for perfect image placement. * Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. * Cling like crazy to our clear blocks so you don't have to worry about slipping. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 17 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, d, g, h

Lots Of Labels Framelits Dies 138281 Price: $27.00 Cut stamped images, create layers, and make custom frames in seconds. Framelits’ open design allows you to place them where you want for precise cutting. * 7 dies * Largest image: 4-1/2" x 2-3/4" (11.4 x 7 cm) * Use with Big Shot

Crazy About You Photopolymer Stamp Set 137137 Price: $25.00 Whatever you need to say, this set will help you say it. Mix and match words to come up with just the right message. Photopolymer stamps * Are totally transparent for perfect image placement. * Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. * Cling like crazy to our clear blocks so you don't have to worry about slipping. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 33 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): d, g, h

Serene Scenery Designer Series Paper Stack 141642 Price: $10.00 Pick a pack of patterned paper! So many designs, so many colors, so many uses. Each sheet is double-sided for double the creative options. The smaller size works beautifully on card fronts. * 48 sheets, 4 each of 12 double-sided designs * 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) * Acid free * Lignin free Coordinating colors: Bermuda Bay, Crumb Cake, Delightful Dijon, Island Indigo, Old Olive, Pool Party, Whisper White